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What is the underlying mechanism of nerve conduction block due to hyperstimulation?
What is the underlying mechanism of nerve conduction block due to hyperstimulation?
- Blocking of nodes of Ranvier
- Increased nerve conduction velocity
- Slow Na channels (correct)
- Fast Na channels
What theory explains the decrease in pain sensation through cutaneous thermoreceptors?
What theory explains the decrease in pain sensation through cutaneous thermoreceptors?
- Nerve conduction block theory
- Muscle strength theory
- Metabolic rate theory
- Gate control theory (correct)
What is a contraindication for superficial heat therapy in patients with demyelinating conditions?
What is a contraindication for superficial heat therapy in patients with demyelinating conditions?
- Muscle spasm
- Cutaneous thermoreceptors
- Chronic wound
- Multiple sclerosis (correct)
What is the effect of heat therapy on muscle strength during the initial 30 minutes?
What is the effect of heat therapy on muscle strength during the initial 30 minutes?
What is the effect of heat therapy on enzymatic activity in the range of 39°C to 43°C?
What is the effect of heat therapy on enzymatic activity in the range of 39°C to 43°C?
What is the primary mechanism by which heat is transferred through conduction?
What is the primary mechanism by which heat is transferred through conduction?
What is the effect of heat therapy on the healing of articular cartilage in patients with rheumatoid arthritis?
What is the effect of heat therapy on the healing of articular cartilage in patients with rheumatoid arthritis?
Which of the following is an example of a heat transfer method that does not require direct contact?
Which of the following is an example of a heat transfer method that does not require direct contact?
What is the primary factor that affects the rate of heat transfer through conduction?
What is the primary factor that affects the rate of heat transfer through conduction?
Which of the following heat transfer methods involves the conversion of nonthermal energy into heat?
Which of the following heat transfer methods involves the conversion of nonthermal energy into heat?
What is the primary mechanism by which topical analgesics provide heat to the muscles?
What is the primary mechanism by which topical analgesics provide heat to the muscles?
What is the primary advantage of using heat therapy to increase blood flow during healing?
What is the primary advantage of using heat therapy to increase blood flow during healing?
What is a crucial factor to consider when applying heat therapy to increase circulation?
What is a crucial factor to consider when applying heat therapy to increase circulation?
What is the primary mechanism by which heat therapy increases muscle strength?
What is the primary mechanism by which heat therapy increases muscle strength?
Which of the following is a metabolic effect of heat therapy?
Which of the following is a metabolic effect of heat therapy?
What is the primary reason for avoiding heat therapy in patients with cardiac risk factors?
What is the primary reason for avoiding heat therapy in patients with cardiac risk factors?
According to the gate control theory, what is the mechanism by which heat therapy relieves pain?
According to the gate control theory, what is the mechanism by which heat therapy relieves pain?
What is a contraindication for superficial heat therapy?
What is a contraindication for superficial heat therapy?
